Headteacher

Summary:

Headteacher opportunity at a specialist SEMH school. Lead with impact and care.

About the School:

A school dedicated to supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs through a trauma-informed, therapeutic approach. It fosters a culture of integrity, courage, and care, prioritizing the well-being and development of every child.

The Opportunity:

As Headteacher, you will lead a dynamic team in delivering a holistic curriculum centered on the needs of students with SEMH and SEND. This is a transformative role that shapes the future of education and the lives of vulnerable children. You will be expected to inspire, lead, and teach, making a meaningful impact within a supportive and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the delivery of a holistic curriculum tailored to the needs of students with SEMH and SEND.
• Lead and manage a team of staff, ensuring high-quality educational and therapeutic outcomes.
• Deliver teaching (0.4 of the timetable), including Maths and/or English to GCSE level, and vocational courses.
• Work closely with parents, carers, and external professionals to support student development and well-being.
• Design and implement creative, academically engaging curricula aligned with the school’s therapeutic and educational goals.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe school environment that supports emotional and academic growth.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures, maintaining the highest standards of child protection.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the strategic direction of the school.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a proven record of good or outstanding teaching practice.
• Experience working with children with SEMH and SEND, including crisis management and supporting children with adverse childhood experiences.
• Ability to teach Maths and/or English to GCSE level, with experience in delivering vocational courses.
• Experience in designing and delivering creative and academically engaging curricula.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.

Preferred

• Experience in leading a school or department within a specialist SEMH or SEND setting.
• Experience with therapeutic and attachment-informed approaches in education.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills, BTEC, or ELC course delivery.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection, with a willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Staff laptop and mobile phone for professional use.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Access to therapeutic and supportive supervision, along with wellbeing services and salary sacrifice schemes.